VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology

November 22, 2017 by

Reflexology is a popular complementary treatment which uses a foot massage to relax the client and balance the body systems. It is also known as Zone therapy and has taken its influences from many cultures around the world sharing links with Acupuncture, Ayurveda and Chinese meridian therapies. Treatment allows the therapist to work with clients to address many common conditions caused by stress and allows clients to “Zone out” from busy schedules and learn to relax. This course is a good starting point for anyone interested in setting up in Complementary therapy providing all the training needed to become self employed or employed or is a good add on to any other qualification, allowing existing therapists to branch out.

How to prepare for reflexology treatments; having the right set up, equipment and environment to give a professional service, comply with legislation, health and safety and other legal requirements

How to prepare and work with clients; consult with and discuss personal issues, identify needs, and avoid risks, work with specific requirements/ conditions and adapt treatment to suit a variety of ranges and conditions

How to work identify the reflexes on the feet and hands and apply techniques which will give a stimulating, relaxing or uplifting effect. Explore a variety of different mediums and techniques.

A suitable amount of theory including anatomy and physiology, history, background and development of reflexology and other related complementary therapies to understand the methodology of techniques and benefits to the client.

Record treatments and reflect on your progress, provide aftercare, advice and home care to suit

Course requirements: minimum age 16 – no pre-requisites

Course Content:

UV31268 Principles and practice of complementary therapies

UV31267 Business practice for complementary therapies

UV31299 Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies

Uv31302 Provide reflexology for complementary therapies

Guided Learning Hours – 296 hours

Tutor contact – 10 days

Case study hours – evidence of 100 treatments of which a minimum of 36 needs to be reflected as continuous home study